Gamers At the Margins
Exploited but Resisting Simultaneously
To the gaming industry
We want to be recognized as legitimate gamers We want less stereotypical representations of marginalized groups We don’t want to be ignored in advertising practices We want more diversity among game developers We just want to game as equals |
To the many gaming communities
We want all forms of gaming taken seriously (console, mobile, social media apps, etc) We want to game without becoming victims of offensive speech, harassment, or violence We want to be recognized as legitimate participants We do NOT want to segregate to enjoy the virtual gaming community We just want to game as equals |
To Academia
We want to be taken seriously in academic settings We want journals and curricula to reflect our participation We want content in games taken just as seriously as game development We want a more inclusive environment for marginalized groups We just want to game as equals |
G.A.M.E.R.S. is a movement. And this Manifesto is a living document serving as a voice of the people. Feel free to offer additions, amendments, suggestions, etc by using the contact form below.